Man jailed 24 years for drugging and raping victim
Lee Hampton, 50, crushed sleeping pills into flu tablets before raping woman while she slept. He has been sentenced to 24 years in prison. Read the full shocking details.
Lee Hampton, 50, crushed sleeping pills into flu tablets before raping woman while she slept. He has been sentenced to 24 years in prison. Read the full shocking details.
Drivers in Oxford now face paying over £10 to park for less than an hour due to a new £5 daily congestion charge. Discover how this impacts visitors and local businesses.
A 13-year-old girl has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman in her 50s was found dead at a Swindon address. Police are investigating.
Major upgrade brings tap-in tap-out travel to 50 stations including Stansted and Southend airports from December 14. No more ticket queues - just use your bank card or phone!
Rail travellers in Birmingham face disruption as RMT union strikes hit CrossCountry services on four consecutive Saturdays in December over pay and staffing disputes.
German defence firm Stark launches a new 40,000 sq ft military drone factory in Swindon, creating over 100 skilled jobs and boosting UK sovereign defence production.
Anthony Williams faces new charges including attempted murder of a 14-year-old boy. Learn the latest developments in this ongoing criminal case.
A man was arrested after hurling hot liquid at staff and breaking a window on an East Midlands Railway service. Read the full report on this disturbing incident.
British Transport Police release images of four men after multiple fights broke out on a London to Birmingham train, resulting in a guard being assaulted at Birmingham International station.
Anthony Williams, the suspect in the Huntingdon train stabbing, now faces seven new charges, including two counts of attempted murder in Peterborough. Learn the latest on this developing case.
Masked robbers stole £1.1m in cryptocurrency and a £450,000 watch from victims driving from Oxford to London. Thames Valley Police have made four arrests including a Birmingham man.
Northern Rail unveils ambitious '30 by 30' plan to boost passenger numbers by 30 million by 2030. Discover how improved reliability and new systems aim to transform travel across the North of England.
A detailed account of the 1910 Ormskirk railway disaster. Discover the heroic rescue efforts and the official inquest findings from this tragic historical event.
Rail passengers face major disruption with delays up to 25 minutes due to a signalling fault between Walsall and Rugeley Trent Valley. Check before you travel and allow extra time.
London's Oxford Street moves closer to a major car ban as Mayor Sadiq Khan appoints lead architects for the pedestrianisation scheme. Discover the transformative plans for the iconic street.
LNER rail worker Samir Zitouni, who was critically injured protecting passengers during the Huntington stabbing, has been discharged. Read his family's emotional statement.
Major festive travel disruption as key UK rail lines close for 32 days. Plan ahead for Christmas journeys with essential travel advice and project details.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to change how rail fares are calculated, switching from RPI to CPI. This could mean smaller increases for passengers. Find out how this affects you.
Storm Claudia's amber warning brings travel chaos to the West Midlands with multiple train cancellations and changes. Check before you travel on Friday, 14th November 2025.
Swiss cookware giant Kuhn Rikon opens its first UK store at McArthurGlen Swindon, bringing its rival range to Le Creuset directly to British shoppers. Discover the new destination for premium kitchenware.
Storm Claudia brings heavy rain, causing major train delays and cancellations at Birmingham New Street and Moor Street. Check before you travel.
Storm Claudia causes major travel disruption in Birmingham with cancelled trains and flood risks. Check your journey before travelling and plan ahead for delays.
Chiltern Railways slashes services by half due to Storm Claudia. Passengers urged to check before travelling on Friday 14 November or use tickets later.
A 33-band music festival across Cambridge this November aims to rescue the beloved Strawberry Fair. Don't miss Zion Train and local talent - get your tickets now!
British Transport Police issue CCTV image after a woman was sexually assaulted on an Edinburgh to Birmingham train. The man got off at Wolverhampton. Can you help?
Exclusive predicted line-up for West Brom's crucial match against Oxford United with three key changes and Josh Maja's fitness under scrutiny ahead of the Hawthorns encounter.
The Northern Belle, dubbed Britain's poshest train, is bringing a new era of luxury rail travel to Birmingham with seven carriages of 1930s elegance and fine dining experiences.
Year 2 students from All Saints CE Primary School experienced an unforgettable educational journey aboard a vintage steam train, made possible by Taylor Wimpey's community initiative.
Direct rail services between Swindon and Birmingham are set to resume this December, reconnecting two major economic hubs and offering passengers faster, more convenient travel options without changes at Bristol Parkway.
Digital rail platform Trainline raises full-year guidance as passenger numbers exceed expectations, signalling strong recovery in UK rail travel.